Here are some things one might want to know before visiting the park.  Please look at the other links provided above for additional information.

Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park

• The site is located in the Eastern Time Zone
• Sturdy footwear is recommended for hiking the trails
• There are no public telephones located within the park
• For preservation of park resources, no indoor flash photography is permitted
• Groups should call for reservations
• Call for park closures due to inclement weather
• Call for seasonal changes in hours of operation
• Mosquitoes, ticks, and poison ivy are common from mid-spring through mid-fall
• Climate:  Summers are hot and humid.  Winters are moderately cold with mixed precipitation.  Layers of clothing are recommended for fall and winter
• Visits are self-guided from Labor Day to Memorial Day
• Ranger led tours are available from Memorial Day until Labor Day
• Allow one hour plus to visit the park